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April 11, 2014

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecake

Last Updated on August 31, 2020 by Sweet and Savoury Pursuits

This Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecake combines two favourite flavours to create the ultimate cheesecake.

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Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecake

Cheesecakes are definitely one of my favourite desserts. I have tried many varieties and though I don't I have a favourite, this Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecake is definitely a strong contender.

Slice of Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecake on dish.

This cheesecake is scrumptious! It has a chocolate Oreo cookie and peanut crust, three packages of cream cheese, one full cup of peanut butter and a can of sweetened condensed milk. It's also covered with chocolate ganache and topped with mini Reese's peanut butter cups.

Needless to say, it's a very decadent cake! It was also the heaviest weighing cheesecake I've ever made.

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecake

If you love cheesecake don't forget to take a look at my recipe for Mini Nutella Swirl Cheesecakes, they're irresistible!

If you make this recipe let me know how it went for you in the comment section below. I'd love to know if you made any variations to the recipe and how it worked out. And if you take a picture, share it with me on Instagram by tagging #sweetandsavourypursuits, I love to see your photos!

Slice of Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecake on dish.

Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecake

Sweet and Savoury Pursuits, except for the recipe for the chocolate ganache which comes from Death by Chocolate: The Last word on a Consuming Passion by Marcel Desaulniers
This Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecake combines two favourite flavours to create one incredibly delicious cheesecake recipe.
4.75 from 4 votes
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Prep Time 50 mins
Cook Time 1 hr
Total Time 1 hr 50 mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 599 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the crust:

  • 1.5 cups chocolate cookie crumbs Oreo
  • ½ cup unsalted peanuts finely ground
  • 5 tbsp. unsalted butter very soft
  • 3 tbsp. granulated sugar

For the cheesecake:

  • 3 packages cream cheese softened
  • 1 ml can sweetened condensed milk 300 .
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter not all natural
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp. pure vanilla extract
  • ⅛ tsp. sea salt
  • 3 large eggs at room temperature

For the ganache topping (recipe from Death by Chocolate):

  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 tbsp. unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp. granulated sugar
  • 6 ounces good quality chopped semi-sweet chocolate 170 g.

For the garnish:

  • 20 mini Reese’s peanut butter cups coarsely chopped

Instructions
 

For the crust:

  • Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 325°F.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, pulse ½ cup of peanuts until finely ground.
  • Add the cookie crumbs, melted butter and sugar. Pulse just until ingredients are combined and mixture clumps together.
  • Transfer crumbs into a 9-inch springform pan and using your fingers, press crumbs evenly onto the bottom and up (about 2 inches) on the sides of the pan.
  • Bake the crust for 8 minutes. Remove from the oven and set on a rack to cool.

For the cheesecake:

  • Place a rack in the center of the oven and preheat the oven to 325°F.
  • Put the cream cheese in the bowl of a stand up mixer and beat (using the paddle attachment) on a medium high setting until the cream cheese is smooth and fluffy, about 3 minutes. Scrape down the bowl and beat for another minute.
  • Add the sweetened condensed milk and beat for 1 more minute.
  • Add the peanut butter and beat until the peanut butter is evenly incorporated into the batter, scraping down the bowl as necessary.
  • Add the sugar, salt and vanilla. Beat until there are no lumps remaining in the batter.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, beating until just incorporated. Do not over mix the batter once you have added the eggs or the cheesecake will puff and crack during baking.
  • Pour the batter onto the cooled cookie crust and smooth the top of the cheesecake with a rubber spatula. Gently tap the cheesecake pan on the counter a couple of times so that the batter settles.
  • On the bottom rack of your oven place a pan filled with boiled water.
  • Take the cheesecake pan and place it on the centre rack of the oven and bake until the center hardly jiggles when the pan is nudged, 50 to 55 minutes. Set the cheesecake on a rack and let it cool completely. Cover and refrigerate the cheesecake for at least 6 hours (preferably overnight).

For the ganache:

  • Place the chocolate in a medium bowl.
  • Heat the cream, butter and sugar in a saucepan and bring to a boil.
  • Pour the cream over the chopped chocolate and let the mixture stand for a few minutes before stirring until smooth.
  • Pour the ganache over the cooled cake and then top with the chopped peanut butter cups

Nutrition

Calories: 599kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 19gCholesterol: 106mgSodium: 324mgPotassium: 369mgFiber: 2gSugar: 36gVitamin A: 920IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 128mgIron: 1.5mg
Keyword Cheesecake, Peanut Butter and Chocolate Cheesecake
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  1. simplyvegetarian777 says

    April 22, 2014 at 1:38 pm

    Wow...simply wow.... Awesome is a small word. Gorgeous it is.

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 22, 2014 at 2:22 pm

      Thank you so much!!!

      Reply
  2. Maulshri Mitra says

    April 19, 2014 at 7:27 pm

    Wow! What am amazing looking cake.

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 19, 2014 at 9:57 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  3. kloesunny @ kloeskitchen.wordpress.com says

    April 16, 2014 at 8:36 pm

    This is way too good to be true! This looks amazing, and I mean really amazing! Awesome job!

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 16, 2014 at 9:01 pm

      Thank you very much! I was very pleased with the way this cake came out, both in the way it looked at tasted!

      Reply
  4. indusinternationalkitchen says

    April 16, 2014 at 7:45 pm

    Looks so decadent and inviting! 🙂

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 16, 2014 at 8:54 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  5. The Novice Gardener says

    April 14, 2014 at 10:22 pm

    Wow, does that look good or what?! I can't take my eyes off it. It must have tasted incredible with the oreos and peanut butter. And the Reese's PB cups garnish just takes it to another level! What a fabulous cheesecake!

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 14, 2014 at 10:32 pm

      Thank you so much, yes it really was delicious. The peanut butter cups are extra yummy on this cake.

      Reply
  6. spiceinthecity says

    April 13, 2014 at 7:16 am

    Wow!!! This looks fabulous! Peanut butter heaven!!

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 13, 2014 at 9:05 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  7. saucygander says

    April 13, 2014 at 6:04 am

    Mmm, that looks so good! Love how you piled the mini peanut butter cups on top, it makes me want to dive right in! 😀

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 13, 2014 at 9:08 am

      Thanks, I found that it made the cake seem even more decadent!

      Reply
  8. Patty Nguyen says

    April 12, 2014 at 11:29 pm

    This looks fabulous! Peanut butter and chocolate...what a great combo. Yum!

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 12, 2014 at 11:33 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  9. Rana says

    April 12, 2014 at 9:01 pm

    This cheesecake looks amazing! I am craving peanut butter and chocolate just by looking at it. I would like to make it for our big family reunion next month:)

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 12, 2014 at 9:42 pm

      Thanks! This is a perfect cake for a big crowd, a small piece goes a long way so this will serve lots of people. I'm looking forward to making a baklava cheesecake in the near future.

      Reply
  10. Ngan R. says

    April 12, 2014 at 1:52 pm

    WHOA....that cheesecake looks crazy delicious. Right up my taste bud alley with all that lovely peanut butter and chocolate. The cheesecake layer looks perfect, too!

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 12, 2014 at 2:47 pm

      Thank you, it's one of the best cheesecakes I've made for sure! Thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.

      Reply
  11. Myrna says

    April 12, 2014 at 10:50 am

    This cake looks so yummy! Love the peanut butter and chocolate. I will have to give it a try....

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 12, 2014 at 10:56 am

      Thanks! I saved you a piece.

      Reply
  12. Jhuls says

    April 12, 2014 at 8:49 am

    Looks incredible!! 🙂

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 12, 2014 at 8:52 am

      Thanks 🙂

      Reply
  13. Nancy says

    April 12, 2014 at 8:29 am

    My, oh my....this look heavenly! Love anything chocolate and peanut butter, but together in a cheesecake takes it to aother level for me! This looks absolutely delicious!

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 12, 2014 at 8:37 am

      Thank you so much Nancy! I know what you mean peanut butter and chocolate just go so well together.

      Reply
      • Nancy says

        April 13, 2014 at 12:51 pm

        The temptation was too much... after seeing the post I ran out to the store and made it! WOW- delicious! I served at a dinner party last night, and even though it didn't get the overnight refrigeration it was still fantastic 🙂 Thanks for sharing such a delicious recipe!

        Reply
        • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

          April 13, 2014 at 1:10 pm

          Oh my goodness, that's great. Thanks so much for letting me know!

          Reply
  14. Natalie Tamara says

    April 12, 2014 at 3:57 am

    This would make an incredible centre piece if you were catering for a crowd. The mini peanut butter cups certainly give it a wow factor!

    I sometimes wonder if I like cake batter more than cake so you're not alone there 😉

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 12, 2014 at 8:31 am

      Thank you, good to know I'm not alone with the cake batter thing, it's just so yummy!

      Reply
  15. lapetitepaniere says

    April 12, 2014 at 2:40 am

    Looks so delicious!

    Reply
    • Sweet and Savoury Pursuits says

      April 12, 2014 at 8:29 am

      Thanks!

      Reply

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